Amanita vaginata
(Bull. ex Fr.) Vittadini
Grisette, Sheathed amanitopsis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAmanita vaginata, commonly known as the grisette or the grisette amanita, is an edible mushroom in the fungus family Amanitaceae, but must be thoroughly cooked to destroy its toxins. The cap is gray or brownish, 5 to 10 centimetres (2 to 4 inches) in diameter, and has furrows around the edge that duplicate the gill pattern underneath. Unlike many other Amanita mushrooms, A. vaginata lacks a ring on the stem. A. vaginata is widely distributed in Europe and North America. It is not recommended for consumption due to the possibility of confusing it with related poisonous species.
Description
A mushroom. The cap is round when young and flat when ripe. It is 6-8 cm wide. The cap can be white or pale yellow. The stalk is 10-15 cm long and 1-2 cm across.
Edible Uses
It is eaten steamed or grilled.
Traditional Uses
It is eaten steamed or grilled. Caution: It is poisonous when eaten raw.
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Known Hazards
The mushroom is poisonous when eaten raw.
Distribution
It grows world wide. It grows on rotten leaves in forests.
Where It Grows
Asia, Central Africa, Central America, China, Congo, East Africa, Europe, Himalayas, Hong Kong, India, Indochina, Italy, Kosovo, Laos, Madagascar, Malawi, Mediterranean, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia, SE Asia, Thailand, Turkey, Türkiye, USA,
Other Information
It is sold in local markets.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Head kai hand, Huiegao
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